Humboldt Democrats to host dinner

The Humboldt Democratic Central Committee is holding its annual "Democrat of the Year" dinner Saturday.

The committee will honor Congressman Mike Thompson, D-St. Helena, for his leadership and hard work, according to a press release. Also honored will be democratic activist Bette Boyd, and HCDCC office staffer for many years. Boyd has helped with rural education in India and helped with cancer, mentally-challenged and HIV patients in Humboldt County, the press release said.

Arcata City Councilman Shane Brinton will be honored for his "work and his inspiration to the young Democrats of our county," the release said.

The Humboldt Democratic Central Committee "Democrat of the Year" dinner will take place Saturday, starting at 6 p.m., at the Adorni Center, 1011 Waterfront Drive in Eureka. The cost is $25 per person in advance, $30 at the door.